This element focuses on the theoretical and practical underpinnings of learning and development within the Forest School ethos. Learners critically examine the six core principles, the centrality of play, and how established educational theories (such as Vygotsky's social constructivism and Piaget's cognitive development) inform a child-led, outdoor pedagogy. The element also explores the influence of behaviour on holistic development and requires practitioners to engage in reflective practice to enhance programme delivery and personal growth as a Forest School leader.
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